South Africa's cricket team landed in Bulawayo on Tuesday for their upcoming Test series against Zimbabwe. The Proteas immediately started training at Queens Sports Club after their arrival. Their first match begins Saturday at the same venue. The team plans to use three days of practice to prepare for the challenging series. Spinner Keshav Maharaj leads the young squad.
Head coach Shukri Conrad brings a fresh group of players to Zimbabwe. Five veterans from the World Test Championship final squad stayed home to rest. Captain Temba Bavuma cannot play due to injury. Conrad sees this tour as a chance for younger players to prove themselves. The coach visits Zimbabwe for the first time.
Conrad respects Zimbabwe's cricket abilities and home advantage. He knows the hosts have played more recent Test matches than South Africa. The coach expects Zimbabwe to fight hard throughout the series. Conrad believes both teams will compete at a high level despite personnel changes. He refuses to underestimate the Chevrons.
The tour features more than just Test cricket. Teams will also play a T20 tri-series in Harare with New Zealand participating. The second Test runs from July 6 through July 10. South Africa's next major challenge comes against India in November. Conrad calls this matchup an exciting African derby between proud cricket nations.
Head coach Shukri Conrad brings a fresh group of players to Zimbabwe. Five veterans from the World Test Championship final squad stayed home to rest. Captain Temba Bavuma cannot play due to injury. Conrad sees this tour as a chance for younger players to prove themselves. The coach visits Zimbabwe for the first time.
Conrad respects Zimbabwe's cricket abilities and home advantage. He knows the hosts have played more recent Test matches than South Africa. The coach expects Zimbabwe to fight hard throughout the series. Conrad believes both teams will compete at a high level despite personnel changes. He refuses to underestimate the Chevrons.
The tour features more than just Test cricket. Teams will also play a T20 tri-series in Harare with New Zealand participating. The second Test runs from July 6 through July 10. South Africa's next major challenge comes against India in November. Conrad calls this matchup an exciting African derby between proud cricket nations.
